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kombucha tea fermenting in the shared kitchen. Popular among visiting students from
nearby massage and acupuncture schools, it's got creaky-floored dorms, rooms decorated
with thrift-store furniture and clean shared facilities.
Hampton Inn & Suites - Gainesville Downtown
HOTEL
d incl breakfast from $129; )
Located in the heart of downtown Gainesville, you couldn't ask for a better location from
which to explore this quaint district. The attractive facade of this new hotel is echoed in
the stylish interior. Guest rooms are furnished to a high standard. Free wi-fi and a light hot
breakfast is provided, and there's plenty to eat, drink and enjoy nearby.
Magnolia Plantation
B&B
352-375-6653;
www.magnoliabnb.com
; 309 SE 7th St; r/cottages from $145/
185; )
Lovingly restored, this French Second Empire-style mansion was unique to Gainesville
when constructed by a woodworker in 1885. It's still unique today. The main house boasts
five rooms, 10 fireplaces (check the detailing in those mantels) and snacks around the
clock. Outside, a tangled hidden garden has a pond and chairs for relaxing.
Laurel Oak Inn
B&B
The 1885 Lassiter House has been splendidly redone as a handsome yellow B&B, with
high ceilings, velvet fainting couches and fresh flowers everywhere.
